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Inspiration: Gala Awards

There's still time to get your ACE submission in! But, we understand that starting a submission can be a daunting untertaking. Which event should you highlight? What types of images should you include? Fortunately, we've got your covered with a bit of inspiration to get your creative juices flowing.

Check out these photos from some of last year's Gala submissions, and don't forget to get your submission in by December 15th

Harry Potter World (Method 42) for Best Event Produced for a Corporation or Association | Weasley's Farm Table (Imported and Domestic Cheeses, Dried Fruits, Grapes, Roasted Nuts)

Photo courtesy Method 42

Harry Potter World (Method 42) for Best Event Produced for a Corporation or Association | Meatballs

Photo courtesy Method 42

Harry Potter World (Method 42) for Best Event Produced for a Corporation or Association | Gryffindor delectables

Photo courtesy Method 42

Harry Potter World (Method 42) for Best Event Produced for a Corporation or Association | Hogwarts Express Sweet Trolley - Desserts!

Photo courtesy Method 42

Harry Potter World (Method 42) for Best Event Produced for a Corporation or Association | Hogwarts Express Sweet Trolley Desserts, at Honeydukes! Strawberries, Fleur de la Coeur French Macaroons, Holiday Cookies and more!

Photo courtesy Method 42

The Enchanted Wedding...A Dream Come True (MB Events) for Best Wedding | Card table setup 

Photo courtesy Blushing Bride Studio

The Enchanted Wedding...A Dream Come True (MB Events) for Best Wedding | First course served over the 2 chargers, on an 8" gold dot plate. 

Photo courtesy Blushing Bride Studio

7 Day Private Estate Wedding (Jessie Khaira) for Best Wedding | Every day the service staff had aprons that matched the colors, theme, and aesthetic of the event.

Photo courtesy Blush Wedding Photography

7 Day Private Estate Wedding (Jessie Khaira) for Best Wedding | There were a minimum of three signature cocktails per event that complimented the colors and aesthetic of the event. 

Photo courtesy Blush Wedding Photography

Wedding of Samantha Greenberg and Evan Weinberg (Tailored Twig) for Total decor | Table settings 

Photo courtesy Tailored Twig

MC60 - Merry Mary Bash (Table 6 Productions) for Best Entertainment | Salty Santa's Pretzel Truck

Photo courtesy Damon Tucci Photography

MC60 - Merry Mary Bash (Table 6 Productions) for Best Entertainment | MC Elves event staff attire: custom shirts with pink Santa hat

Photo courtesy Damon Tucci Photography

50 Shades of Rose (Create Four Group) for Best Event for a Private Individual: Budget Under $1,000 Per Guest | Dessert table 

Photo courtesy BYC Photography

50 Shades of Rose (Create Four Group) for Best Event for a Private Individual: Budget Under $1,000 Per Guest | Paella station

Photo courtesy BYC Photography

50 Shades of Rose (Create Four Group) for Best Event for a Private Individual: Budget Under $1,000 Per Guest | Lollipop Lamb Chops

Photo courtesy BYC Photography

50 Shades of Rose (Create Four Group) for Best Event for a Private Individual: Budget Under $1,000 Per Guest | Pork Belly + Shishito Peppers

Photo courtesy BYC Photography

MC60 - Merry Mary Bash (Table 6 Productions) for Best Event for a Private Individual: Budget $1,000 and Above Per Guest | MC60 Waterside Welcome: Florida-inspired cold seafood display on a custom built sailboat

Photo courtesy Damon Tucci Photography

Chris & Molly's Engagement Party (Enormous Creative) for Best Event for a Private Individual: Budget Under $1,000 Per Guest | Connecticut Style Lobster Rolls

Photo courtesy Enormous Creative

Chris & Molly's Engagement Party (Enormous Creative) for Best Event for a Private Individual: Budget Under $1,000 Per Guest | Sushi & Sashimi platter

Photo courtesy Enormous Creative

Chris & Molly's Engagement Party (Enormous Creative) for Best Event for a Private Individual: Budget Under $1,000 Per Guest | Dessert table

Photo courtesy Enormous Creative

Intercultural Gay Wedding (Events by Ayesha) for Best Wedding | Cocktail hour passed hors d'oeuvres

Photo courtesy Charles Disa

Intercultural Gay Wedding (Events by Ayesha) for Best Wedding | Cocktail hour passed hors d'oeuvres

Photo courtesy Charles Disa

Sami's Bat Mitzvah (Star Trax) for Best Event for a Private Individual: Budget Under $1,000 Per Guest | Passed desserts

Photo courtesy Dianne Scafone Photography

Sami's Bat Mitzvah (Star Trax) for Best Event for a Private Individual: Budget Under $1,000 Per Guest | Passed appetizers

Photo courtesy Dianne Scafone Photography

A Spooktacular Night (Elias Events) for Best Event for a Private Individual: Budget Under $1,000 Per Guest | Killer Cupcakes 

Photo courtesy Morris

A Spooktacular Night (Elias Events) for Best Event for a Private Individual: Budget Under $1,000 Per Guest | Candied Apples

Photo courtesy Morris

A Spooktacular Night (Elias Events) for Best Event for a Private Individual: Budget Under $1,000 Per Guest | Charcuterie

Photo courtesy Morris

A Spooktacular Night (Elias Events) for Best Event for a Private Individual: Budget Under $1,000 Per Guest | Taco Coffin

Photo courtesy Morris

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